Mr Philip Turton

Written by a private patient at Nuffield Hospital Leeds

I came across Dr Turton after a recommendation from an online support group. I had some concerning issues with my large breast implants that had been in situ for around 12 years. I had previously seen a few other Drs and none of them seemed to take my concerns seriously. I travelled from London to see Mr Turton and I am so pleased I did. He was pragmatic and practical and we very quickly agreed on a treatment plan to remove my implants and perform a breast lift. He was very honest about what I would look like after. The operation went well and I am very pleased with the end result. It has been a significant change for me and not only did Mr Turton care about my physical health, he wanted to ensure my sense of body image was healthy as well. I really felt like he genuinely cared. I could not be happier with the care I received.

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Written by a private patient at Nuffield Hospital Leeds

I had been considering breast reduction surgery for at least 20 years, due to feeling out of proportion since my teens. Whilst my weight has fluctuated over the years, my breasts just seemed to get larger! After talking to a friend who had decided to go for surgery , I made a appointment for a consultation with Mr Turton. I'd been anxious about being vain but I was immediately put at ease by him and Gerry, even asked why I'd waited so long! The surgery was straight forward and the whole team at the hospital were fabulous. The first two months of recovery were straight forward with me taking care of myself. the third month, I tried to do too much but at my final appointment was reassured that any discomfort was part of the healing process. Now four months in I am still delighted with my shape, that clothes fit properly, I don't have to wear a bra to bed and that I'm even happy having my photo taken.

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Written by a private patient at Nuffield Hospital Leeds

I was always small and slim but put on a great deal of weight suddenly in my late teens which shifted from everywhere except the breasts . No amount of dieting , exercising, breast feeding or menopause made any difference . I applaud body positivity but I had experienced so much body shaming and emotional abuse that this didn’t help me either If you are reading this I’m sure you will understand . A friend of mine had a very positive experience with Mr Turton and after reading an article by the very persuasive journalist Sali Hughes I decided to go for a Consultation . Normally I would run in the other direction from a hospital but I found Mr Turton very easy to talk to and I didn’t once feel embarrassed or upset . Nurse Gerry is a very clear communicator and grounded which helps a lot if you are an overthinker . I was very anxious on the day but everyone was super nice . I woke up with absolutely no nausea, no vomiting and completely pain free amazingly . Big thanks to the anaesthetist , ODA and Nurses . I was back at work 12 days later. Now 5 months later I feel so happy with my result. I feel I look the way I was meant to look : back to being slim and well proportioned with a better than I expected natural look with minimal scarring .My clothes fit me ! I love the feeling of being unburdened both physically and mentally . I hope this helps somebody with their decision . I honestly can’t thank Mr Turton enough for everything .

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Written by a NHS patient at St James's University Hospital

I went to see Mr Turton for a nipple sparing preventative double mastectomy and implant reconstruction due to extensive family history and high risk of developing breast cancer. I was really nervous, but during my initial consultation Mr Turton put my nerves at ease. He explained clearly exactly what he recommended and how the procedure could be carried out. His confidence and obvious expertise gave me comfort during what was a tough personal decision and time. I’m now 4 months post surgery and happy with my results, my reconstruction looks natural, slightly fuller and I feel confident both in and out of clothing. I’ve also received quite a few compliments with how they look! I also feel calmer and happier knowing my risk of developing breast cancer has been reduced so significantly. I’m now able to carry out all normal day to day activities, although still choose to take it easy carrying heavy bags and exercising as I build my upper body strength back up. Very grateful for Mr Turton and the incredible team at St James’s hospital. Thank you.

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Written by a private patient at Nuffield Hospital Leeds

Just Do It! I started wearing a bra at my last year in primary school. When you’re young having bigger boobs can be seen as a good thing! They weren’t massive and of course they hadn’t sagged, they were an asset As my 20’s came and went my boobs were bigger still, they were now into E cups. As my 30’s and mid 30’s went by, my boobs started to droop and going braless wasn’t an option. Horse riding became uncomfortable unless I anchored them down with a tightly zipped up gilet and any other exercise became more like an exercise in scaffolding to make anything faster than a walk vaguely comfortable. Taking up jogging meant wearing 2 underwired bras with the second one being a crop top in very strong material. Yes it secured my boobs better though not totally but it also restricted my rib cage in taking deep breaths. I did a couple of Great North Runs all the same and lots of horse riding because you just ‘get on and do’ in my book. In fact when I look back my sports playing days were always a bit hampered with the discomfort of bouncing boobs. I guess you know no different but I do wonder what it might have been like without these things. When I got to my mid to late 40’s my ‘assets’ had become a liability. They’d always been a challenge to get tops and dresses to fit them. I’m 5 foot 1” and they swamped my ribcage, climbing in size as time went on to a 36FF or 36G The droop got worse and now when I turned over in bed, my boobs flopped over with me. Lying on my back in the bed or in the sun meant my boobs all but slid under my armpits. They didn’t much feel like an asset any longer and they had no practical use either as I have no children. At 40 I started to really think I’d have them reduced. Cost, time off work, fear something would go wrong and the sense that it was just vanity meant I didn’t do anything about it. About 9 years ago my best friend had hers done. She was full of praise for the benefits but her surgeon, though well known, wasn’t great and she had fairly scary scars and an aesthetic that she wasn’t happy with. This put me off a little but the thought never went away. Three things changed my mind and brought me to Mr Turton. First, a close friend in her 80’s was very poorly and I was helping her wash. Her boobs were on her thighs when she sat down and she said she’d wished she’d had something done about them when she was younger. Secondly I bought a pair of high waisted skinny jeans (from Primark!!) and my boobs just skimmed the waistband!! And finally I am the big 6-oh this year and it felt like time to do something or forget about it forever. I was recommended to Mr Turton by a previous patient who sang his praises with a breast augmentation. I went to see him and as you will read from many other reviews, he’s a very professional and skilled specialist breast surgeon who also happens to be a very nice caring man. By the week before the op I had done with worrying about anaesthetics, recovery and cost and was SO ready for the op. Bring it on. My op was fine, I had limited discomfort (no pain that paracetamol couldn’t ease) and the hardest bit is being patient for the first 3 weeks until you can shower and drive again and life gets back to being more normal. Well if normal for you is where you keep on peeping at your boobs and smiling!! Since my op there have been the obvious benefits but to be honest there are also quite a few things that simply hadn’t occurred to me like….. • When sitting at the dining table, I can see my lap. In fact food drops on to my lap rather than my boobs. That’s new! • When sitting at a table I no longer need to decide whether to put my boobs on top of the table or butt up to it – yes that really was a thing. Now they don’t come close to the table • I feel normal. My body is no longer suffocated by this huge booby coverage. It’s like I’ve re-discovered an old friend that was hidden underneath for so many years • I have a rib cage – who knew!? • I don’t have 95% of my neck ache I used to get daily. The money I spent at the chiropractors and sports massage people would have paid for this op and then some • The grooves in my shoulders have significantly reduced. I didn’t believe they would. • I don’t have to take my bra off when I get home to get rid of the discomfort of wires, straps and generally feeling trussed up • My posture is more upright – it’s not weighed down any longer • Getting into the walk-in shower I no longer am at risk of catching my boobs on the glass. Same goes when opening doors, no longer do I need to allow for boob space!! • I haven’t started buying any new clothes properly and I’m sure that will bring some immense joy and such a wider range of styles to wear. But I have a wedding to go to in Sept and the familiar dread of “aargh what am I going to wear” has been replaced with “oooooh what shall I wear?” I’m going on holiday in a couple of months – a swimsuit or bikini that isn’t built from scaffolding and makes me look like a big fat old frump will be a revelation. • Many of these things have only been recognised post-op because over time we slowly and imperceptibly adapt to what’s grown (and drooped) in front of us that we barely notice it, til it’s gone Do I wish I’d done it years ago – 150% yes Do I think Mr Turton and his team are to be recommended if you are thinking of getting a reduction – 150% yes. Gerry is wonderful and his anaesthetist is fab, bedside manner and I had the least after effects of any GA I’ve ever had. Is it worth the money – absolutely Has it improved me physically – completely Has it improved me mentally – yes really surprisingly and far more than I imagined possible Just do it

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